Fontana is planning a variety of art events this month including performances, live music and visual arts, all happening downtown.

There will be free events on select Tuesdays as part of Performance Tuesdays at the Steelworkers’ Auditorium, 8437 Sierra Ave.

“Old West Gun Fighters” is scheduled for Tuesday at 6:30p.m.

On the third Tuesday of the month listen to soothing live guitar music in the library courtyard on Aug. 16 at 5:30p.m. The final Performance Tuesday event is a World Music Tour. Find inspiration, beauty and entertainment through this cultural performing arts showcase on Aug. 23 at 6:30 p.m.

Also taking place this month, the Art Depot offers Open Studio classes for a $3 material fee. Participants learn about artistic styles and techniques such as pop art and watercolor. Open studio classes are Friday from noon to 2 p.m. and 2 to 4p.m. The Art Depot Gallery is at 16822 Spring St.

Noches con Ritmo continues at The Center Stage Theatre on Aug. 19. The night features hours of Latin music and dance instruction. Appetizers and beverages are available to order.

This month will have music from the Latin Society on Aug.18. Dance instruction starts at 7 p.m., followed by live music and dancing at 8p.m. Admission is open to people 18 and older for a $5 entrance fee.

Latin Dance Fire is coming to the Center Stage Theatre. For two nights only, the passion of Latin Music and dance explodes on the stage with beautifully talented dancers and rich Latin rhythms.

This show features the finest Latin dancers and vocalists in Southern California performing salsa, bachata, cha-cha, merengue, samba and special guest fire dancers.

The show is at the theatre on Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. Fontana residents will receive a 25percent discount off any tickets purchased for the Aug. 20 performance. Show only tickets are as low as $21.75, and dinner and show tickets are as low as $29.95. Guests must call the box office to redeem this offer. Restrictions apply. For tickets and show times for all Center Stage Events, please call the box office at 909-429-7469 or visit online at www.centerstagefontana.com.

All venues are in downtown Fontana off Sierra Avenue between Arrow Avenue and Spring Street. Information: arts.fontana.org or 909-349-6900.